Here's a breakdown of all seven WIAA state championship football games

Look back at Kimberly High School's playoff run as they prepare for the state championship game against Sun Prairie.
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Kimberly High School's #1 DJ Stewart runs against Appleton North High School's #36 Tyler Holmes during the first quarter their Division 1 state semifinal football game at JJ Keller Field at Titan Stadium on Friday, November 10, 2017, in Oshkosh, Wis.
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The 42nd annual WIAA state football championships kick off Thursday and continue through Friday at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison.

Here's a primer of the seven games along with predictions from USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin's Ricardo Arguello.

THURSDAY'S GAMES

DIVISION 7

Bangor (13-0) vs. Black Hawk (13-0), 10 a.m.

About Bangor: The Cardinals are making their second appearance in the final and were the 2015 D7 champs. Bangor beat Abbotsford 30-7 in the semifinal and defending D7 champ Edgar (16-8) in the semifinal. The Cardinals are led by running back Luke Reader (202 carries, 1,697 yards, 29 touchdowns) and Carter Horstman (136 total tackles).

Head coach Rick Muellenberg: "Our defense has really given us great field position and we've only turned the ball over five times. That's been a key to our success, no question."

About Black Hawk: The Warriors are playing in their second title game, finishing as runners-up in 2013 in D7 and 1998 in D6. Black Hawk routed Fall River 56-8 in the semifinal and are averaging 50 points a game. Brody Milz (149-1,499-25) and Colby Argall (129-1,292-23) lead a powerful run attack that compiled 4,228 yards. Milz also led the team in tackles (126) and sacks (6.5).

Head coach Cory Milz: "I think our kids have gained confidence every week. And that's big for any game, but especially coming into the state game because a lot of times kids are trying to convince themselves that they can get the job done."

Prediction: Bangor 31, Black Hawk 26

DIVISION 6

Iola-Scandinavia (11-2) vs. St. Mary's Springs (13-0), 1 p.m.

About Iola-Scandinavia: The Thunderbirds are making their third finals appearance, finishing runners-up in D5 in 1999 and in D6 in 2007. They beat Regis 27-26 in the semifinal. Bryce Huettner (241-2,414-31) is the focal point of the offense. Huettner also leads the team in tackles (106).

Head coach Scott Erickson: "I had a good feeling about these kids last year. A couple of them played on our 2015 team that was very strong and we lost to Springs in Round 2 and they won the state championship and we lost by to them 7. They've just had a little bit different mentality."

About St. Mary's Springs: The Ledgers are making their 10th title game appearance and seventh in the past nine seasons. Springs won the D5 title in 2009 and D6 titles in 2002, 2011, 2014 and 2015. It also finished runner-up in 2003, 2005 and 2010. Clay Schueffner (140-1,097-24) is the team's leading rusher with Mitch Waechter passing for 1,568 yards and 19 touchdowns. Schueffner is also the team's leading tackler (115).

Head coach Bob Hyland: "We're a young football team. We have eight seniors. They're our leaders and get the job done. The underclassmen have filled in a lot of positions. We will be probably stronger next year than this year, but we have a lot of kids. Most of them underclassmen in the backfield and our skill kids are underclassmen."

Prediction: Springs 38, Iola-Scandinavia 7

DIVISION 5

Amherst (12-1) vs. Lake Country Lutheran (13-0), 4 p.m.

About Amherst: The Falcons are making their fifth title game appearance and are the two-time defending D5 champs. Amherst beat Grantsburg 35-6 in the semifinal. Senior quarterback Marcus Glodowski leads the team with 1,890 yards on 168 carries (11.3 yards per carry) and 31 touchdowns. He's also thrown for 1,449 yards and 14 touchdowns. Bryce Holderman has five sacks and 97 tackles.

Head coach Mark Lusic: "We're playing together as a team and the kids are dialed in and playing at a high level. Our defense is clicking and our offense is clicking. A lot of guys are stepping up. It's been a nice surprise and I'm glad it's all coming together and we're peaking at the best time. That's the best part."

About Lake Country Lutheran: The Lightning is making its first title game appearance after defeating defending D5 champ Cedar Grove/Belgium 16-14 in the semifinal. Dane Vance (203-1,631-30) leads the team in rushing with Ethan Wilkins passing for 1,505 yards and 22 touchdowns. Isaac Simons and Jack Leverenz each have 112 tackles with Leverenz leading the team in sacks (eight).

Head coach Greg Brazgel: "(Our defense) has definitely come together. There's no identities or someone trying to take credit ... they carry each other's burdens and do their own jobs. It's 11 kids that are really talented, really fast and really athletic."

Prediction: Amherst 34, Lake Country Lutheran 21

DIVISION 4

St. Croix Central (12-1) vs. Lodi (13-0), 7 p.m.

About St. Croix Central: The Panthers won the D4 title last year and are making their second straight finals appearance and third overall. They beat Freedom 42-21 in the semifinal and have outscored their opponents by an average of 30-8. The Panthers' option attack features Ryan Larson (146-1,094-17), Collin Nelson (129-780-6) and Keagen Berg (140-761-9).

Head coach Tony Disalvo: "We come in with a big target on our shoulders and on our back and I think our kids have really responded well to that all season. We're excited to get back and to play a very, very good Lodi team this week. We have our hands full for sure."

About Lodi: The Blue Devils are making their second title game appearance and finished runners-up in 2015 in D4. Lodi is outscoring its opposition by an average of 39-9 and is led by one of the state's top rushers in Jacob Heyroth (276-2758-35). Quarterback Cameron McDonald has thrown for 994 yards and 14 touchdowns. Heyroth leads the team in sacks (8.5).

Head coach Dave Puls: "One of the things that goes unnoticed is that our offensive line is extremely solid and very consistent. There's no real weak points in it. And we have two outstanding backup kids who can play all those positions. With that amount of kids on the offensive line, we have quite a few that can play on the defensive line. When you have that depth and can rotate, that allows us to be fresh."

Prediction: Lodi 21, St. Croix Central 20

FRIDAY'S GAMES

DIVISION 3

Rice Lake (10-2) vs. New Berlin Eisenhower (13-0), 10 a.m.

About Rice Lake: The Warriors are making their sixth title game appearance and won in 1979. Rice Lake was also runner-up in 1980, 1982, 2004 and 2014. Rice Lake beat Notre Dame 28-7 in the semifinal. Rice Lake's option attack features Brandon Sutton (187-1,129-17), Billy Brown (67-694-6), DeAirus Clerveaux (79-579-2) and Peyton Buckley (109-498-8). Buckley has thrown for 895 yards and 14 touchdowns. Brown leads the defense (125 tackles).

Head coach Dan Hill: "We're a flex-bone offense and 3-4 based defense. Triple option is the heart of what we do on offense. We do play-action off of that and we have some good talented kids all around but also a group of kids that are willing to work hard and get after it."

About New Berlin Eisenhower: The Lions are making their fifth title game appearance and won back-to-back D3 titles in 1995 and 1996. They also finished runners-up in 1986 and 1989. They defeated Whitefish Bay (21-14) in the semifinal. Their average margin of victory is 38 points and they have yet to play from behind this season. Jack Himmelspach has 960 yards on 127 carries with 13 touchdowns, with Jake Blongia (110-877-13) also a key ball carrier. Bryce Miller has thrown for 1,464 yards and 17 touchdowns.

Head coach Matt Kern: "We've had a real special season so far. We're very senior dependent and we have a number of two-way starters, most of them seniors. Overall, we've had a pretty complete season in all three phases and we've had a good run here defensively and we haven't trailed yet this season."

Prediction: New Berlin Eisenhower 14, Rice Lake 13

DIVISION 2

Waunakee (13-0) vs. Brookfield Central (13-0), 1 p.m.

About Waunakee: The Warriors are making their ninth title game appearance. Waunakee has won five titles, including a D2 three-peat (2009-11). The Warriors also won D3 crowns in 1999 and 2002. They defeated Green Bay Southwest 35-14 in the semifinal. Javian Dayne, the son of former University of Wisconsin star and Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne, has rushed for 2,156 yards and 31 touchdowns on 261 carries. Quarterback Nate Carter has thrown for 1,989 yards and 25 touchdowns.

Head coach Pat Rice: "The kids are excited and the alumni is excited to be back. For me, it's been exciting and we have a good group of kids. I couldn't be happier. They work hard and they've had this goal for a long time and to see them achieve it is really exciting. They've been tremendous with their work ethic."

About Brookfield Central: Central is making its fourth title game appearance, finishing runner-up in 1999, 2002 and 2006. The Lancers defeated Waukesha West 38-23 in the semifinal and have outscored playoff opponents 176-30. Rashad Lampkin (86-593-8) and Drew Leszczynski (99-500-6) lead the ground game with Leszczyski throwing for 2,114 yards and 28 touchdowns.

Head coach Jed Kennedy: "We return 16 starters, nine on defense, so we knew the potential was there for a special season for us. We're a team built around our defense and it's a pretty special group for us. And the best thing is we're playing our best football right now and have had a nice run here the past four weeks."

Prediction: Waunakee 27, Brookfield Central 16

DIVISION 1

Kimberly (13-0) vs. Sun Prairie (13-0), 4 p.m.

About Kimberly: The Papermakers sport a 69-game win streak — the longest active streak in the nation — and are making their fifth straight title game appearance and fourth in D1. Kimberly defeated Appleton North 31-14 in the semifinal and are led by DJ Stewart (272-1,853-24) on the ground and Alec Rosner, who has thrown for 1,984 yards and 24 touchdowns. Tristan Argall has 69 tackles and Wisconsin recruit Boyd Dietzen leads the team in sacks (eight).

Head coach Steve Jones: "Throughout the year, they've played a tough schedule and played in some really tough ballgames and continued to show a lot of grit and resiliency and they had to play with a huge target on their backs, which is a great thing. I'm proud of how these young men have handled those expectations and played for each other. They've been a great group to coach."

About Sun Prairie: The Cardinals are appearing in their third title game, with a D1 title in 1995 and runner-up finish in 2012. Sun Prairie defeated Muskego 26-21 in the semifinal and are led by Draven Peeples (158-1,112-19) in rushing. Jack Zander has thrown for 2,031 yards and 28 touchdowns with Marty Strey pacing the defense with 80 tackles and 12 sacks. Kadon Kauppinen has six interceptions.

Head coach Brian Kaminski: "(Zander's) got a big-time arm and he's athletic enough to do some plays with his feet as well. And we have a bunch of receivers that are tall and long as well. We have three guys who are legit 6-3 or taller ... we have some great length and some ability and we'll be challenged by their defensive backfield, so we're looking forward to that."